A Derrynoose man has recently been appointed as Ulster Farmers’ Union’s Policy Assistant and with the new role says he’s “eager to be a part of sharping the direction of Northern Ireland’s agri-food industry”. County Armagh’s Lawrence Whyte is from a farming family where he has been actively involved in the mixed farm from a
A former nurse and current animal foster carer of rescued dogs is the new CEO of Newry-based animal rescue, USPCA. Heather Weir has just been appointed to the animal welfare charity and brings over two decades of strategic and operational leadership experience to the USPCA. Heather began her career as a Registered Nurse in 1993
The wait is over! Following months of preliminary and regional qualifiers, the finalists for this year’s SkillBuild national final have been announced. Competing this year at the 2025 SkillBuild national final is seventeen-year-old Tandragee student, Alan Holubowitz within the Wall and Floor Tiling category. Alan, a Level 2 Wall and Floor Tiling Diploma Apprentice at
A 15-year-old Newtownhamilton High School pupil who has just completed his work experience with the Centre for Cross Border Cooperation (CCBC) in Armagh has written a reflective article, expertly detailing all he experienced and learned during his week long placement. In a beautifully written piece far beyond his years, James Hyde thanked the team who
An Armagh-based stone-crafting company is now recruiting for various exciting full-time positions. Porcelain and Stone – based on the Station Road in Armagh – prides itself in crafting premium kitchen worktops and vanities using the finest materials and advanced technology. With years of experience, their skilled team delivers durable, beautifully finished surfaces in quartz, granite,
Mallaghan – a global leader in the manufacture of airport ground support equipment – has marked Women in Engineering Day 2025 with a networking breakfast to celebrate and empower female talent. The event, held at the company’s Dungannon headquarters, included insights from three local entrepreneurs: Laura Murphy, Owner of Oatco Super Fuel; Niamh Quinn, Aesthetic
Coalisland-based NHL – a leading global manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders – is pleased to announce the appointment of Colm McGrath as Managing Director. The promotion marks a strategic leadership strengthening as the company builds on its recent rebrand and continues its ambitious growth across international markets. Colm steps into the role with nearly 15 years
MJM Marine – a leading global marine outfitting company headquartered in Newry – has launched a pilot ‘Mini Navigators’ programme with three local schools. The initiative for children aged 10-11 gives young people a practical project which introduces them to the skills required to pursue a variety of careers on their doorstep with a local
Featured image caption: New Executive Chef at Titanic Hotel Belfast, Alastair Fullerton, launches a new summer menu in The Wolff Grill with Adrian McNally, General Manager of Armagh; Matthew Poole, Deputy General Manager; and Naomi Watson, Marketing Executive. Chef Alastair Fullerton has sailed into The Wolff Grill at Titanic Hotel Belfast, putting his unique stamp
NI Water recently opened its doors to 15 aspiring HR professionals from schools across Northern Ireland – including Lucy Boyd from Portadown College – for an immersive hybrid work experience programme. This initiative marked the third instalment in a new series of hybrid work experience opportunities developed in partnership with leading social mobility charity Speakers
